Learning Support Administrative Assistant

Shorefields; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Brentwood seeks an organised and motivated Learning Support Administrative Assistant to join their team. This part-time role involves supporting key administrative functions, requiring strong organisational skills and previous experience in a similar setting. The successful candidate will work 16 hours a week during term time, contributing to the educational support of students.

Benefits

Optional subsidised private health care

Free School lunches during term time

Employee Support Programme

Cashplan scheme with discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free sports centre membership

Free on-site parking

Positive school culture

Outstanding resources

Free tickets to school events

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role, ideally within a school setting.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Confident with IT and managing shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support the SENDCo and Exams Access Coordinator with key administrative tasks.
• Manage administration related to students with special educational needs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

IT systems confidence

Education

Previous administrative experience

Job description

Learning Support Administrative Assistant

Job Ref No. ECC0-158S Position Type: Administration Pay Range: Competitive

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 30/06/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: 02/07/2025

Brentwood School is looking for an organised and motivated Learning Support Administrative Assistant to join our Learning Support team. This role supports the SENDCo and Exams Access Coordinator with key administrative tasks. The position is for 16 hours per week, term time only (35 weeks).

Applicants should have previous administrative experience, ideally in a school setting. Strong organisational skills, excellent written English, attention to detail, and good communication are essential. You must be confident using IT systems and able to manage shifting priorities.

We're seeking someone who can work independently while supporting the wider team. A positive attitude, discretion, and a willingness to learn and develop are key to success in this role.

Our motto, "Virtue, Learning, Manners", taken from the School statutes of 1622, encapsulates our vision for our students and staff. As an academic institution, we recognise the importance of investing in our people and the value of continuing professional development.

Competitive salary
Optional subsidised private health care
Free School lunches during term time
Employee Support Programme
Cashplan scheme with discounts for hundreds of high street and online brands
Cycle to Work Scheme
Free Brentwood School Sports Centre membership
Free on-site parking
Warm working environment, stunning school grounds and positive culture
The excellent attitude and behaviour of the pupils
Small class sizes
Outstanding resources
Free tickets to all of our regular high-quality concerts, musicals, shows, recitals and other entertainment held at School
(Not a contractual benefit)

For further information about working at Brentwood School, please refer to our school website www.brentwoodschool.co.uk

To apply for this position, please complete the School application form and return it, along with a covering letter and CV, by email to: [e-mail] by the closing date indicated. The School reserves the right to change these dates, and to close the vacancy at any time.

Information about the School

Brentwood School is one of the UK's leading independent day and boarding schools for boys and girls aged 3 to 18 with a history spanning almost 500 years. We are an academically selective HMC co-educational independent school with small class sizes and a happy, ambitious and supportive staff team. Along with 12 other schools in the country, we follow the 'Diamond Model' whereby girls and boys are taught together up to age 11, separately from 11 to 16 and together again in the Sixth Form. Set within a 75-acre site, in the heart of Brentwood town and just 20 minutes from London Liverpool Street, our campus provides a stimulating environment for innovative teaching and a first-class education for over 1600 pupils."

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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